anyone using aqua medic ocean light

hugh ngo · 10/08/2007, 12:20 PM

I was just wondering anyone using an aqua medic ocean light. Good or bad? Im trying to get the 6ft ocean light with 3x250 with 2x150w for dust and dawn.

whatcaneyedo · 10/08/2007, 08:55 PM

I've got one, I've been using it for just over one year and its been great. No problems.

hugh ngo · 10/09/2007, 10:17 AM

how about the spread?

md fishes · 10/09/2007, 02:23 PM

Does the aquamedic have individual reflectors for each bulb?

Steve973 · 10/09/2007, 02:34 PM

I had the single 250W ocean light pendant. I liked it mostly. But I'd say that the reflector's spread leaves something to be desired. I'd consider separate luminarc pendants for better spread and better control if I were in your shoes.

whatcaneyedo · 10/09/2007, 04:15 PM

I prefer the flexability of individual pendants over the 3' long fixture I have. The reason I bought mine was because it was a used fixture for a good deal. If I bought something new I'd probably pick something different.

woz9683 · 10/09/2007, 04:17 PM

I've got the 250W singles also, and I totally agree with Steve. In general, it's a good, small pendant, but the reflectors are definitely not the best out there.

md fishes · 10/10/2007, 07:52 AM

Does anyone out there know if the aquamedic has individual reflectors for each bulb or it one big reflector. I can't seem to get the answer of the specs on the website which leads me to believe they are not individual reflectors.

Thanks,
Drew

Steve973 · 10/10/2007, 08:43 AM

I'm 99% sure that the reflectors are separate in units with multiple bulbs. You can call the US Aqua Medic facility to get confirmation. Google them and you'll get their contact info.

10/08/2007, 12:20 PM	#1
hugh ngo Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: garland texas Posts: 134	anyone using aqua medic ocean light I was just wondering anyone using an aqua medic ocean light. Good or bad? Im trying to get the 6ft ocean light with 3x250 with 2x150w for dust and dawn.

10/08/2007, 08:55 PM	#2
whatcaneyedo Registered Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Prince George, BC, Canada Posts: 729	I've got one, I've been using it for just over one year and its been great. No problems. __________________ 5'x3'x2' custom in-wall, LumenMax MH lighting, closed loop OM 4-Way, PM Bullet 3, PM 622 Ca Reactor, Apex, Tunzes, Reeflo Dart and Hammerhead. Current Tank Info: 225gal mixed predatory reef

10/09/2007, 10:17 AM	#3
hugh ngo Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: garland texas Posts: 134	aqua medic how about the spread?

10/09/2007, 04:15 PM	#6
whatcaneyedo Registered Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Prince George, BC, Canada Posts: 729	I prefer the flexability of individual pendants over the 3' long fixture I have. The reason I bought mine was because it was a used fixture for a good deal. If I bought something new I'd probably pick something different. __________________ 5'x3'x2' custom in-wall, LumenMax MH lighting, closed loop OM 4-Way, PM Bullet 3, PM 622 Ca Reactor, Apex, Tunzes, Reeflo Dart and Hammerhead. Current Tank Info: 225gal mixed predatory reef

10/09/2007, 04:17 PM	#7
woz9683 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Jackson, MS Posts: 1,029	I've got the 250W singles also, and I totally agree with Steve. In general, it's a good, small pendant, but the reflectors are definitely not the best out there. __________________ Michael Current Tank Info: 195G (125G Display, 70G Sump)

10/09/2007, 02:23 PM	#4
md fishes Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,162	Does the aquamedic have individual reflectors for each bulb?

10/09/2007, 02:34 PM	#5
Steve973 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 469	I had the single 250W ocean light pendant. I liked it mostly. But I'd say that the reflector's spread leaves something to be desired. I'd consider separate luminarc pendants for better spread and better control if I were in your shoes.

10/10/2007, 07:52 AM	#8
md fishes Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,162	Does anyone out there know if the aquamedic has individual reflectors for each bulb or it one big reflector. I can't seem to get the answer of the specs on the website which leads me to believe they are not individual reflectors. Thanks, Drew

10/10/2007, 08:43 AM	#9
Steve973 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 469	I'm 99% sure that the reflectors are separate in units with multiple bulbs. You can call the US Aqua Medic facility to get confirmation. Google them and you'll get their contact info.